Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.T.Reynolds) S.T.Reynolds
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 335 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525497
Common Names
- Tropicus
- Tropical Mahoe
- Tropical Oak
Synonyms
- Heterodendrum tropicum S.T.Reynolds [unknown]
Description
Alectryon tropicus (also called Tropical Bird's-eye, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands, heath and dry sclerophyll forests. It has grey-green foliage and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Alectryon tropicus is used as a source of firewood and timber, and its leaves and flowers are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Alectryon tropicus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alectryon tropicus is a shrub or small tree which can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Alectryon tropicus
Alectryon tropicus is found in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.
Alectryon tropicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alectryon tropicus?
Alectryon tropicus
What is the common name of Alectryon tropicus?
Tropical Alectryon
Where is Alectryon tropicus found?
Alectryon tropicus is found in Australia
Species in the Alectryon genus
Alectryon affinis,
Alectryon bleeseri,
Alectryon cardiocarpus,
Alectryon carinatus,
Alectryon celebicus,
Alectryon connatum,
Alectryon coriaceus,
Alectryon diversifolius,
Alectryon excelsus,
Alectryon excisus,
Alectryon ferrugineum,
Alectryon forsythii,
Alectryon fuscus,
Alectryon glaber,
Alectryon grandifolius,
Alectryon inaequilaterus,
Alectryon kangeanensis,
Alectryon kimberleyanus,
Alectryon laevis,
Alectryon macrococcum,
Alectryon macrophyllus,
Alectryon mahoe,
Alectryon mollis,
Alectryon myrmecophilus,
Alectryon ochraceus,
Alectryon oleifolius,
Alectryon pubescens,
Alectryon ramiflorus,
Alectryon repandodentatus,
Alectryon reticulatus,
Alectryon samoensis,
Alectryon semicinereum,
Alectryon serratus,
Alectryon sphaerococcum,
Alectryon strigosus,
Alectryon subcinereum,
Alectryon subdentatum,
Alectryon tomentosum,
Alectryon tropicus,
Alectryon unilobatus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family